Originally Posted by LoriH
I'm going to start my birdhouse this afternoon. I've never done applique, so am a little worried about that. Any tips?
Lori,
I had never done applique either, so this block was a new adventure for me!! :D For the slates of the roof, I made a template, then cut my fabric 1/4" larger. I then made small stitches around the outside, between the template & the edge & drew it together on the back. At this point I ironed it really good to keep it's shape & took out the template. When this is done you are ready to hand sew them into place. I hope this helps & you find it easy to do your applique'. There are other ways also, but I chose to do mine this way. Good Luck.
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